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Types of rootkit

1. Hardware or firmware rootkit

2. Boot loader rootkit

3. Memory rootkit

4. Application rootkit

5. Kernel mode rootkit

Protection against rootkits

The basic essential is to ensure you are running good anti-virus

software while also ensuring every piece of software running on the
computer is updated. Bull Guard Internet Security 2018 includes
award-winning triple defense layers as well as vulnerability scanner

that alert you if software needs updating.

*****How to prevent malware infection

❖ Install anti-virus software.

❖ Regularly update software.

❖ Only buy apps from trusted sources.

❖ Don’t click on suspicious links or download
attachment from unknown sources.

❖ Install firewall.

❖ Back up data regularly.